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title: "FS430676 - Procurement of a bioinformatics contractor"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY"
published: "2020-11-10"
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# FS430676 - Procurement of a bioinformatics contractor

Buyer: THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e15ced65-6fb0-474f-b7b2-c911a9fab447

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## Summary

The Food Standards Agency is currently in the active tender stage for the procurement of a bioinformatics contractor, specifically aimed at analysing genomic data in compliance with UK regulations on genetically modified food and feed. This opportunity is classified under research and development services (CPV code 73000000) and is located in York, England. The tender was published on 10th November 2020, with a deadline for submissions set for 15th December 2020. The contract is expected to commence on 29th January 2021 and will run until 27th January 2023. The procurement method employed is the open procedure, suitable for wider participation from interested bidders.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses engaged in research and development, particularly those capable of providing consultancy services related to genomic data analysis. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete, bringing expertise in scientific research, consultancy, and execution of development projects. Companies with a strong background in bioinformatics and related fields will find this opportunity particularly relevant for expanding their operations within the public procurement space.

## Notice

Tenders are invited to carry out analysis of genomic data for applications to the UK under the UK regulations on genetically modified food and feed to be costed on a per-dossier basis.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00ce4bf1-67a2-4149-8cac-fc642f13e2b5 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Jan 2021 - 27 Jan 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO1 7PR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Guildhall |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 10 Nov 2020 at 13:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00ce4bf1-67a2-4149-8cac-fc642f13e2b5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00ce4bf1-67a2-4149-8cac-fc642f13e2b5
  10th November 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://food.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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